Boat sale: port procedure

Any transfer of ownership can only be processed upon receipt of two mandatory documents: the bill of sale and an insurance certificate issued in the name of the new owner. These documents confirm the change of ownership and ensure that the vessel is properly insured.

The new owner is billed for the berth starting from the purchase date indicated on the bill of sale. This billing corresponds to the actual use of the berth by the vessel.

The seller remains liable for a notice period in case of contract termination, the duration of which is defined by their contractual terms. This notice period is strictly personal: it is independent from berth fees and cannot be transferred to the buyer.

In practice, a period of double billing may occur. This corresponds to two separate and non-compensable elements: on one hand, the notice period billed to the former owner, and on the other, the berth fee charged to the new owner, if the vessel is authorized to occupy the berth.

For any questions, the billing department remains available at +33 (0)4 92 91 60 40 or by email at facturation@vauban21.com